Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 69,121 miles on the clock, averaging 8,161 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SL03 BGU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 69,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,307 |
| Average per year | 8,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2002–2008), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)
Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL03 BGU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SL03 BGU
What car is SL03 BGU?
SL03 BGU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL03 BGU?
The last recorded mileage for SL03 BGU was 69,121 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL03 BGU passed its MOT?
SL03 BGU has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2010.
Is SL03 BGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL03 BGU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL03 BGU?
SL03 BGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.